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In Your 20s: Dating in Your 20s w/ Caroline Jurecka

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Being in your 20s is a hectic time. With so many life changes coming so fast, no one knows what to expect next. You’re not a child, but sometimes you still feel like you. Half of us could not tell you what the purpose of an IRS form is. Finding your lifelong partner feels harder than it should be.

On this episode of “In Your 20’s’, Lyndi Harris and guest Caroline Jurecka talk dating. From the awkwardness to the expectations to the disappointments, we get into how difficult it is to successfully date in this day and age.

Being in your early twenties, there is this expectation and pressure that you have to find your person now. Once you’re out of school, your chances are slim to none.

However, with the progression of this generation, dating isn’t impossible. It’s just different though it definitely feels impossible at times.

From someone with very limited experience and someone with years of experience, we both feel like every expectation is too high for men to reach, but after discussion, our standards feel like the bear minimum.

  • What can we as women do better when dating?
  • What do we wish men would do in dating?
  • Has social media ruined the dating world?
  • Are we all too young?
  • Do we need to start going for older men?

There are so many questions in the dating world that no one has the answer for. Especially when our parents were married already in their 20s.

Join us as we navigate this conversation surrounding everyone’s most annoying topic.

Don’t forget to check out our other episode here!

In Your 20s: Milestones and mistreatment w/ Lindsey Imboden

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On this episode of ‘In Your 20s’, Lyndi Harris along with Lindsey Imboden (not to be confused), discuss the differences in the phases of life you can face while being the same age as other peers.

Some friends are having babies, and others are traveling the world and documenting it all.

There is so much that stereotypically happens in your 20s, but not everyone is on the same timeline. You don’t hit 24 and automatically meet the love of your life or get your dream job. Oftentimes, there are bumps in the road that slow you down.

We have been friends for a decade. With that, we get the privilege to watch old and new friends achieve their dreams. However, we aren’t there yet.

Entering the medical field, Lindsey has dealt with a lot of treatment towards her as a woman that should not be tolerated, but we ask the questions:

  • How do you get taken seriously when you’re only 22?
  • Why is it hard for people to accept that young women can have careers?
  • Is it really necessary to have babies before a career?
  • Do you really have to know what you want to do with the rest of your life at 22?

Sometimes this can feel like you’re not doing enough with your life, and comparison can diminish the confidence you have in yourself. This is not the case though.

From marriage to graduate school, to dream jobs or not-so-dream jobs, Lindsey and Lyndi cover all bases of the expected milestones to take place in your 20s!

Check out our other episode here!

In The Woods With Matthew Wright – Episode 1 – South Texas Huntin’ Tales

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Welcome to the In the Woods Podcast we me, Matthew Wright! Feel free to sit back, relax, and enjoy some fascinating hunting stories from deep in the woods away from civilization.

Hunting has played a major role in my life and I plan to share how it can do the same for you!

In this episode me and a special guest, Hayden Raska, one of my great friends and long-time hunting buddies, will be going over a story about hunting down in South Texas you won’t want to miss.

Along with some tips, tricks, dos and don’ts, about all things hunting in the unforgiving southern region of the state of Texas.

Best way to pack for south Texas –

  • What is the best gear for the hash terrain
  • Preparing for all-weather situations as it can change in just an hour

How hunting by the border can hinder safety –

  • What to do if you come across someone you know should not be on your land
  • Keeping your hunting camp from being ransacked individuals that cross the border

Personal experiences –

  • What we have leaned from our past hunts down south
  • Dos and Don’ts within the hunting camp
  • How to keep camp simple, yet comfortable

We also go into detail about some troubled times had on a hunting trip down in Freer, Texas. You just never know what to expect when you are that far out of civilization in unforgiving country. I have leaned over the course of my life and in my hunting career that the best way to learn is to listen… listening to ones who have quite literally ‘been there, done that’ and I plan to give you guys, my listens, just that within this podcast!

In the Woods With Matthew Wright – Episode 2 – Deer Camp Dinners

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Welcome to episode 2 of the In the Woods Podcast with me, Matthew Wright! I hope you tuned in to episode 1 with Hayden Raska, for some laughs and information about how to attack the South Texas hunting region.

In this episode, special guest Seth King and I will go over some awesome tips about the art of cooking wild game!

Hunting is not just about taking the life of an animal, but how you take that animal that the Lord provided you and allow it to give life to those around you.

Best way to cook different types of wild game –

  • How to take the “gamey” taste out of different species of animals for cooking
  • Different recipes that have proven to be fan favorites around the camp

Specialty cuts of meat that come from whitetail deer –

  • How to cook the perfect venison backstrap
  • How to use the tinter rib meat of a whitetail for the perfect rouladen

Making sure everyone gets enough when sitting around the fire –

  • What sides and choice of drink pair best when eating around the campfire
  • There is no such thing as too much bacon… the art of jalapeno poppers

Tune in for some easy, yet tasty recipes that you wont want to miss on this episode of the In the Woods Podcast!

One Stoplight to Success(Episode Two): New Homes

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Howdy there and welcome to Episode Two of One Stoplight to Success, New Homes. In this episode we learn what moving to College Station from a small town is like. Topics include Traffic, Construction, lack of space and finding a community. The Aggies talk about all the issues they ran into as they attempted to create a new home for themselves in College Station. I also have an incredibly insightful conversation with Katie Atkeisson about the differences between College Station, Dallas and her home town of Kerens.

One Stoplight to Success was inspired by my background growing up in Dallas, Texas. When I first came to A&M, three years ago, and saw how tiny it was by comparison, I went absolutely stir crazy. As insane as it may seem, I had never dreamed anyone could live in a town so small. It was like a cage to me compared with what I grew up with. Imagine my surprise when I then found out many of my fellow classmates told me College Station was akin to the big city for them. This changed my entire perspective and inspired me to learn as much as I could about these small town aggies. This inspired the idea for One Stoplight to Success. So come along as we talk about life outside the big city of College Station!

Listen to New Homes, Episode Two of One Stoplight to Success, on Spotify!

Stocks: Kitchen Conservation Episode 1

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Food waste is a major issue in America, and a sizable portion of it occurs within our own homes! The good news is that you can reduce much of that waste with relative ease. In this first episode, you’ll get to take a trip into the foundation of economical kitchen tricks: Stocks.

Stocks (sometimes called broths), are really simple to make, but many people don’t know how to make them. Instead, they opt to buy far more expensive and far less tasty broths from the grocery store.

Stocks can be used in a variety of ways, turning even the most boring foods into gourmet meals.

In addition, you can use stocks in a variety of ways, turning normally-boring dishes into exciting meals that anyone can enjoy.

In the span of 10 minutes, you’ll learn:

  • How to make broths at home
  • Vegetable stocks vs bone broths
  • Where to get the ingredients
  • When and where to make broths

If you like this episode, you can check out the next episode, where we go into food storage and leftover use. Kitchen conservation tricks can save you time and money in the long run, all while helping fight the global food waste epidemic.

Food Storage: Kitchen Conservation Episode 2

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Your fridge will thank you for using proper food storage techniques.

In this episode of Kitchen Conservation, we’ll be talking about one of the most daunting parts of any home cook’s existence: Food Storage

At first glance, knowing when, where, and how to store your food can be an overwhelming task, but in this episode, you’ll learn that there are some good tricks to help food last longer in your home.

Proper food storage is one of the things that can separate a merely decent chef or home cook from a great one. Knowing how and where to store your foods can decrease your food waste while increasing your quality of life.

Food storage is a quick, cheap and easy process if you know what you’re doing. In the span of 10 minutes, you’ll learn:

In addition, you’ll get some insight on leftovers. Leftovers are a daunting task for a lot of home cooks, but there are tricks that you can use to help give your favorite meals a second chance at life.

If you like this episode, you can check out the first episode, where we go into stock making. Kitchen conservation tricks can save you time and money in the long run, all while helping fight the global food waste epidemic.

I Call Shotgun! – Ride 1

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“I Call Shotgun! – Ride 1” is coming in hot with its first-ever episode! And now it is here with college stories from two college students building their futures while away from home.

The time is finally here! The perfect car ride companion is here after three months, ready to play from your speakers! The podcast is ready to be listened to by anyone and everyone! If you’re looking for a podcast that makes you feel as if you’re in the backseat of your friend’s car, you’ve come to the right place.

Kicking off this first episode strong is an episode that is comforting and almost familiar ride. With Kristen and not only her shotgun rider but another friend in the backseat, the podcast takes place during a late-night drive throughout College Station. There’s no real destination in mind as the three travel around main roads and back roads, dark paths and neon signs, to do nothing but get some good discussions in. 

With her close friends, it is no surprise how long the both of them can talk. The three are able to share their stories about their first two years in college at Texas A&M University. The three are connected through the FLO that they are all a part of, which becomes the main topic of conversation. At the top of a parking garage, the three speak about their experiences, how they ended up there, and how they feel about the school year coming to an end. Nothing is off limits between three friends chatting it up and the listener: you!

So buckle up, roll down the windows, and join us! Whether you’re a college student yourself or just looking for a fun ride, “I Call Shotgun!” is the perfect podcast to listen to! Find the podcast over at https://agcj366.tamu.edu/ and on Spotify. 

 

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Don’t Be A Stick In The Muck, Episode 2; The P Word

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Calling all muckrakers! Your favorite muck-free podcast, Don’t Be A Stick In The Muck, is glad to present a new episode; The P Word!

Before college I didn’t know the first thing about what goes into The P Word…Yes, that P word…Politics.

In this episode we bring in Political Science student, and soon to be graduate, Jackson Hennigan to talk more about how he got involved in this major and why it is important to our society.

To learn more about what goes into this dense topic, these are some action steps that I would encourage you to take:

  •  Politics can be tricky, and to determine whether or not you want to get involved is the very first step you have to determine.
    • This could involve some pretty intense soul-searching, so I would do this before getting involved in anything too serious.
  • Just because your family members have a certain political affiliation does not mean that you, by default, will have to join this same political affiliation.
    • However, by looking at what your family’s political affiliations are, you can set a basis for your own.
    • Traditionally, our values growing up help to shape our values into adulthood.
  • Look into what you are passionate about and do some research on what legislation is being passed towards this action.
  • If the thought of politics still seriously freaks you out, check out this cheat sheet: Politics for Dummies.

We hope to serve as your guide for taking those baby steps towards becoming an active member of today’s political society. We aren’t saying you have to agree with our values, our political affiliations, or anything as a whole. We just ask that you bring an open mind!

That’s all for today! To join the muckraking society, or find more episodes of our podcast, click this link to find our website!

More Than Man’s Best Friend – Episode 2

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Join host Ellie Rau in this week’s episode to learn how service dogs improve the lives of veterans and how those veterans build a relationship with the adult dog they receive. 

Service dog training typically takes around 2 to 2.5 years to create a reliable, well mannered, and capable dog. Service dogs in some cases are just as vital to their handler as a wheelchair, cane, or prosthetic device. They can provide life saving blood sugar and seizure alerts, retrieve someone to help in an emergency, provide comfort during anxious situations, and so much more.

Veterans who return with PTSD and mobility disabilities are among the ones in need of service dogs most. Listen in to hear how veteran Shane Ayres learned how to bond to Tango, the 2.5 yr old service dog he received in the Summer of 2020 and how that dog has enriched his life.

 

More Than Man’s Best Friend – Episode 1

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Join host Ellie Rau in this week’s episode to learn how teaching your dog basic obedience cultivates a better relationship between you and your pet!

Obedience training is something a lot of dog owners look into when they first bring home a new puppy, but is not often something that is maintained consistently throughout a dog’s life. This can create problems down the line, where dogs begin misbehaving, unclear of what rules they should or should not follow, all due to a lack of understanding between the person and their pet. A dog that has a solid foundation of obedience training not only is more well behaved, but is usually happier and feels more understood.

You can look forward to hearing from expert dog trainer and president of Patriot Paws of Aggieland, Shelby McMillan. She will explain how basic obedience plays a big role in not just service dog training, but a normal pet’s everyday life as well.

What The Pup – Training Tips With Rick

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Myself (left), Thor the Mastiff (middle), and Rick Short (right).

Welcome back to What The Pup!

This week on episode three we are going to hear from guest speaker, Rick Short, owner and trainer of K9 Sensei. I met Rick when I was looking into training my dogs several months ago. We had such an amazing experience with him and I thought it would be a real treat to have him share some of his knowledge with you all! Be sure to tune in to this week’s episode to hear his advice and reach out to him to schedule your next training session to further your relationship with your dog in mind, body, and spirit!

What The Pup – Breed Choice & Bringing Your Dog To College

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Hello! Welcome to episode 2 of What The Pup! Today we are going to hear from Clint VanEtten of Briarcrest Veterinary Clinic about his top dog breed choices for college students. Being a college student and dog mom, I know firsthand how difficult it can be to properly care for a dog while maintaining a busy schedule. Mr. VanEtten is going to talk about how to choose a dog breed based upon your lifestyle. Choosing the right dog breed is SO important and it is my hope that our guest speaker today will help enlighten you on how to make those decisions. For more information on choosing the right dog breed for you, please visit the AKC breed website ! We are also going to hear from a fellow dog mom, Averi Morton, about her experience raising a dog while in college. So grab a cup, grab a pup, and lets get started! 

What The Pup – Dog Mom Must-Haves

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Hello! We are so excited for today’s episode where we will be talking about my list of Must-have items for dog moms. First, we will talk about my absolute favorite dog bandana company The Deluxe Pup, they make the most aesthetic and trendy bandanas for your pup! Another must-have item is a BarkBox  Super Chewer subscription. My pups both love to chew and this subscription provides the best quality toys and treats each month. They also have AMAZING customer service and work with you to make sure the needs of your dogs are met.  If you are wanting to do any sort of DNA or genetic/health testing on your dog, I cannot recommend Embark Vet enough! The process was super quick and easy and they keep you informed throughout the entire process from start to finish. If you have a dog that sheds the Chom Chom roller will be your new favorite household item, it removes dog hair off of practically any surface and does not require power to use. One of my favorite ways to keep my dogs stimulated and entertained is puzzle feeders, my favorite company that makes them is called Outward Hound! Another tried and true dog mom item is the classic KONG, not only are they a toy but can also be used as a treat dispenser. Listen to today’s episode for my favorite KONG recipe! A deodorizer is a Must-have item, especially for dogs who like to sunbathe and play, my favorite is Skout’s Honor Probiotic Deodorizer. Be sure to check out these must-have dog mom items!